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BIMIT Segment

Overview

BIMIT Segment represents a crucial intermediate step in the BIMIT Engine workflow, where raw point cloud data is intelligently classified and organized into meaningful building component segments.

Process Description

Automatic Segmentation

The BIMIT Engine employs advanced machine learning algorithms to automatically segment point cloud data into distinct building elements:

  • Wall segments: Identification of continuous wall surfaces
  • Floor segments: Detection of horizontal floor planes
  • Ceiling segments: Recognition of overhead ceiling surfaces
  • Opening segments: Classification of doors and windows
  • Fixture segments: Identification of plumbing and architectural fixtures

AI-Powered Classification

Each point cluster is analyzed and classified using:

  • Geometric analysis: Shape, size, and spatial relationships
  • Contextual understanding: Position relative to other elements
  • Pattern recognition: Comparison against trained models
  • Confidence scoring: Quality assessment of each segment

Technical Specifications

Segmentation Accuracy

MetricSpecification
Wall Detection95%+ accuracy for standard walls
Opening Recognition90%+ accuracy for doors and windows
Floor/Ceiling98%+ accuracy for horizontal planes
Fixture Identification85%+ accuracy for standard fixtures

Classification of elements

The following table lists all classification labels used for segmented point clouds and their current status.

Class labelStatus
clutterUpcoming
air_handling_unitUpcoming
air_terminalUpcoming
armchairUpcoming
bathtubUpcoming
beamUpcoming
bedUpcoming
benchUpcoming
cabinetUpcoming
ceilingLive
chairUpcoming
columnUpcoming
countertopUpcoming
curtain_wallUpcoming
deskUpcoming
dishwasherUpcoming
door_double_foldingUpcoming
door_double_sidelightUpcoming
door_double_slidingUpcoming
door_double_swingUpcoming
door_double_transomUpcoming
door_double_transom_sidelightUpcoming
door_elevatorUpcoming
door_overheadUpcoming
door_revolvingUpcoming
door_single_foldingUpcoming
door_single_sidelightUpcoming
door_single_slidingUpcoming
door_single_swingUpcoming
door_single_transomUpcoming
door_single_transom_sidelightUpcoming
ductUpcoming
electrical_equipmentUpcoming
extinguisherUpcoming
fire_alarmUpcoming
fire_suppressionUpcoming
flex_ductUpcoming
floors_extLive
floors_intLive
light_fixtureUpcoming
lockerUpcoming
mechanical_equipmentUpcoming
microwaveUpcoming
monitorUpcoming
ovenUpcoming
panelUpcoming
partitionUpcoming
pipe_and_conduitUpcoming
printerUpcoming
railingUpcoming
rampUpcoming
refrigerator_and_freezerUpcoming
seatUpcoming
shower_cabinUpcoming
shower_headUpcoming
sinkUpcoming
skylightUpcoming
smoke_detectorUpcoming
sofaUpcoming
soffitUpcoming
stairsUpcoming
stoolUpcoming
stove_range_cooktopUpcoming
tableUpcoming
televisionUpcoming
toiletUpcoming
trash_binUpcoming
trussUpcoming
urinalUpcoming
wall_extUpcoming
wall_intLive
windowUpcoming
roofUpcoming

This segmentation step is critical for the overall success of the automated BIM generation process.

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